Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the RM5,000 step from the Honda City Hatchback 1.5 E to the 1.5 V buys 16-inch wheels, front foglamps and rear air-con vents. Mechanically, there is no gain: both use the 119 hp, 145 Nm 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine and CVT, with Honda Sensing, adaptive cruise control, an eight-speaker 8.0-inch infotainment system and a multi-angle reverse camera. The E is 10 kg lighter and is marginally quicker on paper, but the V’s extra cabin and exterior equipment is the more tangible daily benefit.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback 1.5 E if you want the same 119 hp powertrain, Honda Sensing and eight-speaker infotainment for RM5,000 less.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback 1.5 V if rear passengers will benefit from dedicated air-con vents and you want 16-inch wheels plus front foglamps.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City Hatchback 1.5 E RM90,900; Honda City Hatchback 1.5 V RM95,900.
- Kerb weight: 1.5 E 1,151 kg; 1.5 V 1,161 kg.
- Top speed: 1.5 E 195 km/h; 1.5 V 194 km/h.
- Wheels and tyres: 1.5 E 15-inch alloys with 185/60R15 Continental UltraContact UC6 tyres; 1.5 V 16-inch alloys with 185/55R16 Toyo Proxes R57 tyres.
- Front foglamps: 1.5 E none; 1.5 V fitted.
- Rear air-con: 1.5 E no rear vents; 1.5 V rear air-con vents.
1.5 E
- RM5,000 cheaper.
- 10 kg lighter.
- 195 km/h claimed top speed versus 194 km/h.
- No front foglamps.
- No rear air-con vents.
- 15-inch wheels instead of 16-inch items.
1.5 V
- 16-inch alloy wheels with 185/55R16 tyres.
- Front foglamps.
- Rear air-con vents.
- Costs RM5,000 more.
- 10 kg heavier.
- 194 km/h claimed top speed, against 195 km/h for the E.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM90,900✓ | RM95,900 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp | 119 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 10.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h✓ | 194 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,350 mm | 4,350 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,748 mm |
| Height | 1,488 mm | 1,488 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | 1,151 kg | 1,161 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 289 litres | 289 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 185/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 185/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full size | Full size |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Toyo Proxes R57 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight speakers | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes, with Multi-angle |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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1.5 E vs 1.5 V FAQ
Is the Honda City Hatchback 1.5 E or Honda City Hatchback 1.5 V better?
The Honda City Hatchback 1.5 V is better equipped, adding 16-inch wheels, front foglamps and rear air-con vents. The 1.5 E is the smarter choice if those items are not important, because its engine, CVT, Honda Sensing and infotainment are the same.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City Hatchback 1.5 V costs RM5,000 more than the Honda City Hatchback 1.5 E.
Does the Honda City Hatchback 1.5 V have more power than the 1.5 E?
No. Both use a 1,498 cc naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 119 hp and 145 Nm, driving the front wheels through Honda’s EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift.